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PM Shehbaz Sharif statement on Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IIOJK)

5Aug

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PM Shehbaz Sharif statement on Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IIOJK)

PM Shehbaz Sharif statement on Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IIOJK)Today marks the completion of four years since India deprived Kashmiris of their statehood by unilaterally annexing Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IIOJK). The last four years have represented the culmination of the worst human rights abuses including but not limited to the demographic changes, issuance of fake domiciles, internet shutdown, complete information blackout and imprisonment of Kashmiri leadership of all hues and colours.At the heart of these illegal and immoral measures has been the nefarious attempt by India to alter the internationally recognized status of IIOJK and undermine the Kashmiris' fundamental right to self-determination.Pakistan rejects all such unilater...

CJCsSC, Services Chiefs and Pakistan Armed Forces stand in solidarity with the people of IIOJK

5Aug

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CJCsSC, Services Chiefs and Pakistan Armed Forces stand in solidarity with the people of IIOJK

CJCsSC, Services Chiefs and Pakistan Armed Forces stand in solidarity with the people of IIOJKOn the eve of Youm-e-Istehsal, CJCsSC, Services Chiefs and Pakistan Armed Forces stand in solidarity with the brave & resilient people of IIOJK in their just struggle for right to self determination according to UN resolutions.Continuation of inhumane military lockdown, illegal measures to change the demographic structure of the occupied territory and the gross and systematic transgressions of human rights are all manifest violations of international law. Such actions coupled with Indian Government’s belligerent rhetoric and hostile actions continue to perpetuate humanitarian and security crises in IIOJ&K and pose a perpetual threat to regional security.Resolution of Kashmir ...

Farewell ceremony held for PNS Tariq, the last type-21 ship of Pakistan Navy

5Aug

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Farewell ceremony held for PNS Tariq, the last type-21 class ship of Pakistan Navy

Farewell ceremony held for PNS Tariq, the last type-21 class ship of Pakistan NavyFarewell ceremony held for PNS Tariq, the last type-21 class ship of Pakistan Navy. Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari was the chief guest at the farewell ceremony.Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi welcomed the Foreign Minister on his arrival at the Pakistan Navy Dockyard. The chief guest appreciated PNS Tariq's outstanding services for the defense of the motherland in the last three decades. The Foreign Minister praised the ship's crew for maintaining the ship in excellent operational condition.In 1993, Prime Minister Shaheed Ms. Benazir Bhutto was the chief guest of the ceremony when this ship, taken from the Royal Navy of Great Britain, was inducted into the P...

اسلام آباد ہیلتھ کیئر ریگولیٹری اتھارٹی (آی ایچ آر اے) کی عطایوں کے خلاف کاروائیاں

4Aug

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اسلام آباد ہیلتھ کیئر ریگولیٹری اتھارٹی (آی ایچ آر اے) کی عطایوں کے خلاف کاروائیاں

اسلام آباد ہیلتھ کیئر ریگولیٹری اتھارٹی (آی ایچ آر اے) کی عطایوں کے خلاف کاروائیاںاسلام آباد: اسلام آباد ہیلتھ کیئر ریگولیٹری اتھارٹی (آی ایچ آر اے) نے اسلام آباد کے مختلف علاقوں میں دو ہیلتھ کیئر اسٹیبلشمنٹس کو مختلف طبی بے ضابطگیوں پر سیل کر دیا۔ اسلام آباد ہیلتھ کیئر ریگولیٹری اتھارٹی (آی ایچ آر اے) کی انسپکشن ٹیموں نے گزشتہ تین ہفتوں کے دوران اسلام آباد کے مختلف علاقوں میں 45 ہیلتھ کیئر اسٹیبلشمنٹس کا معائنہ کیا۔ نعمت شاہ کلینک اور بلال کلینک کو اہل طبی عملے کی عدم موجودگی، صحت و صفای کے ناقص انتظامات، آی ایچ آر اے کے ساتھ رجسٹریشن نہ کروانے، میعاد ختم ہونے والے ری ایجنٹس رکھنا اور مناسب ویسٹ مینیجمینٹ سسٹم کے فقدان کی وجہ سے سیل کر دیا گیا۔ اسلام آباد ہیلتھ کیئر ریگولیٹری اتھارٹی نے مختلف طبی عدم تعمیل پر دو ہیلتھ کیئر اسٹیبلشمنٹس کی خدمات معطل کر دیں۔ دی ہسپتال، سیف میڈیکل سنٹر ...

Nation is indebted to thousands of police and army officers who laid down their lives to make our country peaceful and safe

4Aug

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Nation is indebted to thousands of police and army officers who laid down their lives to make our country peaceful and safe

Nation is indebted to thousands of police and army officers who laid down their lives to make our country peaceful and safe. The supreme sacrifice rendered by the brave sons of motherland deserves rich tributes and honors. Dr. Ehsan Sadiq, Director General, National Police Bureau made these remarks during a wreath lying ceremony at National Martyr’s Memorial in National Police Bureau yesterday on the occasion ‘National Youm-e-Shuhada Police’. Also present on the occasion were former Directors General of National Police Bureau including Mr. Afzal Ali Shigri, Dr. Shoaib Suddle, Mr. Ihsan Ghani, Mr. Wajid Zia, Dr. Syed Kaleem Imam. FatehaKhawani and Dua were performed for martyrs in order to recognize Shaheed Police Officers. It may be mentioned that this day is celebrate each year on ...

67th Meeting of National Logistics Board held

3Aug

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67th Meeting of National Logistics Board held

67th Meeting of National Logistics Board heldThe 67th meeting of the National Logistics Board (NLB) was held on Thursday. Chaired by Chairman NLB, the honourable Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives (PDSI), Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, the meeting was attended by other members of the apex logistics body. Lieutenant General Muhammad Ali, Quartermaster General Pakistan Army / Officer In-Charge (OIC) NLC, and Major General Farrukh Shahzad Rao, Director General NLC, apprised the participants on the operational, administrative and financial matters of the organization. The Board was apprised of NLC’s regional connectivity initiatives under Transport Internationaux Routiers (TIR), and the bilateral transit trade agreements with China, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Turk...

Ahsan Iqbal unveils ERC to transform education sector, ensure sustainable development

3Aug

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Ahsan Iqbal unveils ERC to transform education sector, ensure sustainable development

Ahsan Iqbal unveils ERC to transform education sector, ensure sustainable developmentFederal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday unveiled a momentous Education Research Commission (ERC) to revolutionize the country’s education system, ensure inclusive and sustainable national development. Chairing a meeting of the commission, the minister shed light on the nation’s paradoxical history, and said “Pakistan has achieved remarkable milestones, defying global opposition, and asserting itself as a nuclear power. However, we face challenges in our education sector, which is vital for our future growth and prosperity. The ERC, comprising experts, policymakers, educators, and other stakeholders, would embark on a comprehensive study t...

Launching of Pakistan’s 4th MILGEM Corvette “PNS Tariq” in Karachi

2Aug

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Launching of Pakistan’s 4th MILGEM Corvette “PNS Tariq” in Karachi

Launching of Pakistan's 4th MILGEM Corvette "PNS Tariq" in KarachiIn his address, Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz condoled the loss of lives in Bajaur attack and reiterated Turkiye's condemnation of terrorism in all of its forms and manifestations. He said the people of Pakistan had a unique place in the hearts of Turkish people as both stood by each other throughout the centuries.He particularly mentioned the Turkish support to Pakistan after the flood and thanked Pakistan for its solidarity after the deadly earthquake hit Turkiye in the recent past. He said considering the prevailing regional situation, the Pakistan-Turkiye defence cooperation was becoming more relevant with enhanced scope. He said that Pakistan and Turkiye were faced with the challenges like Turkiye like ...

2Aug

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Pakistan Minerals Summit

Pakistan Minerals SummitPakistan Minerals Summit – Dust to Development was held at Serena Hotel Islamabad today. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Shareef graced the occasion as Chief Guest while General Syed Asim Munir, COAS was the guest of honor. The Summit was also attended by relevant Federal and Provincial Ministers, foreign dignitaries, investors and technical experts. The summit was jointly organized by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) and Barrick Gold Corporation, facilitated by the Ministry of Petroleum.The Summit was curated under the theme of "Dust to Development: Investment Opportunities in Pakistan". The day-long Summit was divided into 4 sessions, comprising four individual addresses, four-panel discussions, one keynote speech and special addresses ...

Joint statement by UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell and WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on the occasion of World Breastfeeding Week

1Aug

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Joint statement by UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell and WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on the occasion of World Breastfeeding Week

Joint statement by UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell and WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on the occasion of World Breastfeeding WeekIn the last 10 years, many countries have made significant progress to increase exclusive breastfeeding rates. Yet even greater progress is possible when breastfeeding is protected and supported, particularly in the workplace. This World Breastfeeding Week, under its theme, “Let’s make breastfeeding at work, work” – UNICEF and WHO are emphasizing the need for greater breastfeeding support across all workplaces to sustain and improve progress on breastfeeding rates globally. In the last decade, the prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding has increased by a remarkable 10 percentage points, to 48 per cent globally. Countries as d...